The trade fair VALVE WORLD EXPO Düsseldorf is an international trade fair for the valve industry. More than 700 exhibitors from over 30 countries will exhibit their products and services. Visitors could use the trade fair to network and get to know the worldwide range of products and the latest technical trends. The Valve technology at the trade fair in Dusseldorf covers all application for a variety of industries such as: Oil-, Gas-, Petrochemical Food Processing Industry Marine and Offshore…

Now in its fifth successful year, AGRA INNOVATE West Africa is widely recognised as the region's leading agriculture production, processing and manufacturing trade show. Featuring free practical seminars on the hottest agribusiness topics, a buzzing expo and unlimited networking opportunities, it connects suppliers from all over the globe to serious local buyers and partners. Virtually all aspects of regional food production, processing and manufacturing require new technology as they transform into a modernised, productive and competitive force. The last five…

africon is happy to invite you to the upcoming conference “African Investment Day DE” which is taking place this month in Dusseldorf. africon GmbH will not only be a conference participant, but the Managing Director, Mr. Marc Zander, will moderate the panel discussion of the day “Entrance Strategies & Concrete Solutions | Africa ready for Business” The African Investment Day DE is the first event exclusively panelled by experts from the continent and dedicated to open and develop strong trade and investment…

December 2018

At the 14th Energy Forum, as in previous years, this forum will be presenting numerous interesting contributions from representatives of well-known companies in the energy sector, the Agency for Economic Affairs and Development in Berlin, the Technical University of Dresden and the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development on opportunity of successful market entry in Africa - the fastest growing continent in the world. The official speech will be given by the Tanzanian Ambassador in Berlin, Dr. Abdallah Saleh…

In the context of Africa, a collapsing of borders, artificial or real, into one seamless geographic mass of peoples, that is currently being pursued with the advent of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), gives further impetus to the need to get Nigeria, the other ECOWAS Member States, and the African continent bloc to take a closer look at the logistical arrangements that will make this lofty goal a reality. West Atlantic Cold-Chain and Commodities Ltd., has designed the…

January 2019

The boot Düsseldorf, next January the world’s largest water sports fair will celebrate its 50th anniversary. The boot fair will present its premieres, maritime products and services in Düsseldorf and provide an overview of the entire world market for yachting and water sports with their depth and breadth of range. The fair offers all boat enthusiasts and water sports enthusiasts individual advice and information. In addition, boats, yachts and accessories can be inspected and directly tested for holiday suitability. In addition,…

After the success of the program earlier this year, our partner ECOTEC Organizes another exciting program this September “Learning journey to Silicon Savannah, Nairobi” Get to know an economically booming Africa. Silicon Savannah, where a huge demand meets a newly networked society. Digital Africa as a starting point for new contacts and future cooperation. We in Europe have not recognized this side of Africa yet – This Learning Journey will change that. A few of us are aware of the…

February 2019

The German African Business Summit (GABS) is Germany’s signature business event in Africa. At the GABS, top business and government leaders from Germany and Sub-Saharan Africa meet every two years in Africa to discuss and promote economic relations between Europe’s largest economy and the fastest-growing region in the world. The GABS is organized by the Sub-Saharan Africa Initiative of German Business (SAFRI) and chaired by the SAFRI Chairman, Prof. Dr. Heinz-Walter Große, Chairman of the Board of B. Braun Melsungen…

How do German companies plan their market entry on the African continent? Some of the markets in Africa are growing strongly, which proves that Africa's economy is experiencing a rapid change. This is event will shed light on how German companies can shape their market entry on the continent and what strategy can be used to secure long-term success? On 20 February 2019 Marc Zander africon GmbH CEO will be the sole note speaker to share some of his experience…

March 2019

One of the world’s leading trade fair companies, Messe Düsseldorf, welcomes you to the ENERGY STORAGE EUROPE, the ideal place to find out everything about storage technology. With a strong focus on East Africa,africon GmbH is inviting delegates from East Africa to attend the trade fair and conference and play an active part in panel discussions and B2B-meetings. This cutting edge experience in storage technology is an ideal framework for expanding your network. We will offer:Exclusive site visits to…

ProWein is the world’s leading trade fair for wines and spirits, the largest industry meeting for professionals from viticulture, production, trade to gastronomy. Every year ProWein provides three days of concentrated business and a highly promising ancillary programme. For 25 years, ProWein proves to be the No. 1 event for the industry. Its success is based on a unique visitor concept that guarantee business interactions and unbeatably wide range of products and services.More than 6,500 exhibitors from over 60 countries and all relevant wine-growing regions of the world…

Since last year africon is the official partner for the BVMW in selected African countries and has the pleasure to invite SME Companies and business friends to a EU-Africa business conference in Brussels on the 21st of March. This high-level international event will explore the space of business-based cooperation and networking between the SMEs of the two continents, with the goal of tackling local challenges in African countries. It is expected that more than 200 people will attend. You can register…

The European Association of Automotive Supplier CLEPA is celebrating this year its 60th anniversary and holding its 10th Aftermarket Conference in Brussel on March 27th and 28th. The conference will be highlighted by the top invited speakers from the industry, European institutions and service providers to share their insights on the latest trends in Aftermarket and Mobility platforms.Africon GmbH will participate in the conference and present market insights on the african automotive market and market entry strategy to an audience…

April 2019

Africa is a continent with many challenges and great opportunities at the same time. Its 54 countries are very heterogeneous and must therefore be viewed in a differentiated way. The Association of German Chambers of Industry and Commerce (DIHK), together with the Hanover Chamber of Industry and Commerce, are hosting an event dedicated entirely to this exciting region of the future. The managing directors of the German foreign chambers of commerce on the African continent will report first-hand on the…

May 2019

IFFA – The No. 1 for the meat industry – opens its doors again this May. As the sector’s foremost innovation platform, IFFA will once again bring together all players from the industry, retail trade and butcher's trade in Frankfurt am Main. With a rising middle class and growing population, meat consumption in Africa is on the rise. This opens up opportunities for companies engaged in its value chain. Our senior consultant Mr. Erik Deitersen is ready to discuss such…